Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Los Angeles
Los Angeles- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt House LA - University Medical Center)
Optional Activities
- Taking the shuttle bus to the rental car center
- Checking into your hotel and enjoying a quiet evening in Los Angeles
Landmarks Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) 
- Day 2
Hollywood
Hollywood- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt House LA - University Medical Center)
Optional Activities
- Walking the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Strolling through the Hollywood Hills for unique angles of the HOLLYWOOD sign
- Exploring the outdoor Griffith Observatory for citywide panoramas
- Catching a concert atmosphere at the Hollywood Bowl
- Ending the day with a cocktail at a trendy rooftop bar
Landmarks Hollywood Walk of Fame HOLLYWOOD sign Griffith Observatory Hollywood Bowl 
- Day 3
Burbank - Downtown Los Angeles
Burbank - Downtown Los Angeles- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt House LA - University Medical Center)
Optional Activities
- Taking the legendary Warner Bros. Studio Tour
- Grabbing an authentic American pizza at a local Burbank spot
- Walking around the historic LA Memorial Coliseum
- Observing the modern architecture and skyscrapers of Downtown LA
- Enjoying the "wow effect" at Mulholland Scenic Overlook during sunset
Landmarks Warner Bros. studios LA Memorial Coliseum Mulholland Scenic Overlook 
- Day 4
Venice - Santa Monica - Malibu
Venice - Santa Monica - Malibu- Accommodation
- Hotel (Super 8 by Wyndham Los Angeles-Culver City Area)
Optional Activities
- Soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of Venice Beach
- Wandering through the charming and peaceful Venice Canals
- Relaxing on the wide sandy expanse of Santa Monica Beach
- Exploring the lively Santa Monica Pier with its Ferris wheel
- Shopping (or window shopping) on the prestigious Rodeo Drive
- Watching the sun sink into the Pacific at El Matador State Beach
Landmarks Venice Beach Venice Canals Santa Monica Beach Santa Monica Pier Rodeo Drive El Matador State Beach 
- Day 5
Malibu - Santa Barbara - Monterey
Malibu - Santa Barbara - Monterey- Accommodation
- Hotel (Arbor Inn Monterey)
Optional Activities
- Stopping frequently along the Pacific Coast Highway for ocean views
- Exploring the surf spots and beaches of Malibu
- Walking the palm-fringed promenade in Santa Barbara
- Enjoying fresh fish and chips on the Monterey wharf
- Strolling along the historic Cannery Row in the evening
Landmarks Pacific Coast Highway Malibu Santa Barbara Monterey wharf Cannery Row 
- Day 6
Big Sur - San Francisco
Big Sur - San Francisco- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pacific Heights Inn)
Optional Activities
- Spotting sea life at the scenic Otter Point
- Taking photos at the iconic Bixby Bridge
- Finding tranquility at a secluded coastal viewpoint
- Having lunch by the Big Sur river
- Capturing the city lights from the Twin Peaks lookout
Landmarks Big Sur Otter Point Bixby Bridge Twin Peaks 
- Day 7
San Francisco
San Francisco- Accommodation
- Hotel (Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites)
Optional Activities
- Photographing the colorful Painted Ladies Victorian houses
- Enjoying the view from Alamo Square Park
- Seeing the famous steep streets like California and Powell Street
- Sampling street food in the bustling Chinatown
- Visiting the sea lions at Pier 39
- Driving down the winding curves of Lombard Street
- Viewing the Golden Gate Bridge from Battery Spencer
Landmarks Painted Ladies Alamo Square Park California Street Powell Street Chinatown Pier 39 Lombard Street Golden Gate Bridge Battery Spencer 
- Day 8
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park- Meals
- Breakfast (Hot continental breakfast)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Days Inn by Wyndham Ridgecrest near China Lake Naval Station)
Optional Activities
- Walking among the ancient giants in Mariposa Grove
- Admiring the valley from the iconic Tunnel View
- Seeing the graceful Bridalveil Fall
- Spotting rock climbers on the massive El Capitan wall
- Enjoying the refreshing waters of Tenaya Lake
- Taking a walk through the quiet meadows of Tuolumne Meadows
Landmarks Yosemite National Park Mariposa Grove Tunnel View El Capitan Bridalveil Fall Tenaya Lake Tuolumne Meadows 
- Day 9
Red Rock Canyon State Park - Santa Monica
Red Rock Canyon State Park - Santa Monica- Accommodation
- Hotel (Super 8 by Wyndham Los Angeles-Culver City Area)
Optional Activities
- Exploring the red rock formations of Red Rock Canyon State Park
- Relaxing on the sand at Santa Monica Beach
- Having a final, memorable dinner in downtown Santa Monica
Landmarks Red Rock Canyon State Park Santa Monica Beach 
- Day 10
Los Angeles
Los Angeles- Accommodation
- Hotel (Days Inn by Wyndham Ridgecrest near China Lake Naval Station)
Optional Activities
- Returning your rental car with ease at the designated drop-off point
- Taking the free shuttle bus to the terminal for your flight home
Landmarks Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
